Panel Discussion: Digital general practice, 1, 2, and 5 years from now

13 March 2025 10:00 – 11:00 

In this session, we’ll take a deep dive into the future of general practice core clinical systems, exploring potential opportunities and areas of future growth, considering challenges such as integration and interoperability, and outlining what “good” looks like in this space.

Along with expert panellists from the health IT sector, we’ll cover topics including the modernisation of core systems for efficiency, tackling workforce challenges, navigating funding issues, and more.

We’ll ask and debate:

  • What are the biggest limitations of current general practice core clinical systems?
  • Adding value to core systems?
  • Digital and data to support neighbourhood health
  • How can the NHS ensure the successful integration of modern technology into clinical systems?
  • What do you think that “good” looks like for general practice systems, and what do you hope this looks like in 2, 5 years?

Panellists include:

  • Bex Cottey, business manager for Conisbrough GPs
  • Emma Stratful, COO, OX.DH
  • Dr Sheikh Mateen Ellahi, GP and practice partner at ELM Tree Surgery and South Stockton Primary Care Network
  • Dr Shanker Vijayadeva, GP lead, digital transformation for the London region at NHS England
  • Dan Bunstone, GP and Clinical Director at Warrington ICB